Serving 747 students in grades 9-12, Big Rapids High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 747 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
Minority Enrollment: 10%
Graduation Rate
: 80-84% (Top 50% in MI)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 35-39% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 55-59% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 40-44% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Big Rapids High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Rapids High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Big Rapids High School?
The graduation rate of Big Rapids High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Big Rapids High School?
747 students attend Big Rapids High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Big Rapids High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Rapids High School?
Big Rapids High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Big Rapids High School offer ?
Big Rapids High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Rapids High School part of?
We moved to Big Rapids 8 years ago and have been pleased with the school system. We currently have kids in 3 buildings. The staff are professional, caring, and its a great place for them to learn. They recently passed a bond issue and the buildings are looking great! With two high school students I am very pleased with the variety of opportunities that my kids have from athletics to fine and performing arts as well as a variety of advanced classes and access to dual enrollment opportunities.Great job BR!
- Posted by Parent - Satisfied Parent
12/25/2017
Unfair and unsafe show favoritism to students and dislike to others. your child has to fit a mold to not be gossiped about by staff. Teachers PTO kids get chosen by staff to do special events while others who applied to the staff get left behind.
- Posted by Parent - Sarah
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 747 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
Minority Enrollment: 10%
Graduation Rate
: 80-84% (Top 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 35-39% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 55-59% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 40-44% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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